Nurse Practitioner - Gastroenterology (GI) in Modesto, CA

California Practice Consulting • Modesto, CA

219d • $116,480 - $187,200

About The Position

Provides specialized nursing services with guidance of the attending physician. Completed related work as required. Considerable medical judgment is required to determine the appropriate procedure within scope of practice.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of nursing.
• Master's degree in nursing.
• Completion of a state acceptable Nurse Practitioner's program.
• Advanced Nurse Practitioner license to practice in the state.
• CPR Certified.
• DEA registration with state.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.
• Adheres to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
• Demonstrates support for the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program by being knowledgeable of compliance responsibilities as expressed in the Code of Conduct.
• Adheres to federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and corporate policies and procedures that affect specific job functions/responsibilities.
• Reports compliance issues/concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Obtains and records client's health history; performs comprehensive physical assessment (including biological, social and psychological needs) as part of a total physical examination.
• Diagnoses, treats and plans appropriate health care for clients as appropriate for specialty; refers clients to physicians and/or outside agencies as required.
• Ensures completion of all required documentation of patient care activities in accordance with TPR policy.
• Fulfills all duties assigned by physician.
• Reports to the attending physician of any injuries or adverse reactions during or after treatment.
• Participates in patient review conferences and staffing.
• Assists the physician in Utilization Review, Quality Assurance, Program Evaluation, Infection Control, Safety Committee activities.
• Adheres to the established policies and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.
• Orders and interprets the results of laboratory tests as part of the physical examination and health management.
• Performs and oversees testing and other appropriate procedures.
• Conducts health teaching and counseling during the physical exam, enabling the client to make informed choices about health and treatment options.
• Provides consultative direction as needed for nursing, laboratory and clinic assistant staff.
• Orders medications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $116,480 - $187,200 salary range based on qualifications and experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Master's degree